Top 2 Natural Arthritis Supplements

Today, there a handful of natural arthritis supplements which can reduce inflammation and relieve joint pain that are as easily effective as some of the NSAID's, but without the side-effects, so when it comes to choosing the best natural arthritis supplement the bar is set quite high.

However, since the FDA has started registering certain supplements to treat inflammation and joint pain, it's fare to say it's now a two horse race between Glucosamine (an FDA supplement), and Provailen - which contains the most powerfully known natural anti-inflammatory ingredient - Reishi.

1) Glucosamine

Control tested, Glucosamine is one of the most commonly taken dietary and joint care supplements in the U.S, which is commercially produced from the exoskeletons of crustaceans - mainly shellfish, or for those allergic to certain sea foods it's derived from the fermentation of wheat.

Glucosamine helps support the structure and function of your joints and it may also influence the strength of the cartilage which is crucial for keeping joint movement supple and stress free.

People who suffer from osteoarthritis most commonly use glucosamine, as it is a precursor for glycosaminoglycans which form a significant part of your joint cartilage where clinical trials point to the fact that by taking more glucosamine, this should help with improving the structure of your cartilage.

Results vary in its effectiveness from one individual to another but the fact that millions of people take glucosamine on a daily basis to treat the aches and pains of this debilitating disease suggests that there are some real benefits to be had from it.

Both MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane) and Chondroitin are generally included in Glucosamine joint care capsules and FDA directions state that 1500mg is the ideal daily dosage.

2) Reishi

Reishi is to date registered as the most powerful natural anti-inflammatory ingredient and when extracted in pharmaceutical labs, can be improved to sixty times its strength when consumed orally.

This is due to the chitin which surrounds the spores making them difficult to break down and digest, thus reducing its potency.

When cracked open and extracted under laboratory conditions however, this helps increase its strength at lowering cholesterol levels, hypertension and swelling around the joints.

Used for over 2000 years by the Chinese, Reishi or Lingzhi as it should correctly be named, is one of the oldest mushrooms known to have been used for medicinal purposes.

These include most importantly treatment for symptoms of arthritis, liver ailments, suppressing cancer and its migration, and lowering blood pressure.